Pistachio Phirni

Pistachio Phirni is a creamy, nutty Indian dessert made with ground rice and flavored with cardamom. This high-protein treat is garnished with crushed pistachios, making it both delicious and visually appealing.

Ingredients

• Basmati rice - 30g
• Milk - 500ml
• Sugar - 40g
• Pistachios (shelled and crushed) - 30g
• Cardamom powder - 1/4 tsp
• Rose water - 1 tsp
• Almonds (sliced, for garnish) - 10g
• Pistachios (for garnish) - 10g

Steps

1. Soak the basmati rice in water for 30 minutes. Drain and set aside.
2. In a blender, grind the soaked rice to a coarse paste with a little milk.
3. In a heavy-bottomed pan, bring the remaining milk to a boil over medium heat.
4. Once boiling, add the rice paste to the milk and stir continuously to avoid lumps.
5. Reduce the heat and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring often, until the mixture thickens.
6. Add sugar, crushed pistachios, cardamom powder, and rose water, and mix well.
7. Cook for another 5 minutes, then remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
8. Pour the phirni into serving bowls and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
9. Before serving, garnish with sliced almonds and additional crushed pistachios.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 20 g
• Sodium: 70 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein due to the milk and nuts.
• Contains healthy fats from pistachios, promoting heart health.

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